Survival rates of children with cancer continue to increase
The survival rate of children with cancer continues to rise, according to figures published by IKNL. Healthcare professionals and scientists at the Princess Máxima Center remain committed to curing even more children with cancer and improving the quality of life of children and survivors.
Compared to the period 1990-1999, the survival rate of children diagnosed with cancer in 2010 through 2018 is markedly higher. For diagnoses during the latter period, the survival rate was 84 percent, up from 74 percent in the 1990s.
‘It is good to see that survival in childhood cancer has continued to increase,’ Prof. Dr. René Medema, Chief Scientific Officer, says of the new IKNL figures. ‘In several forms of leukemia, such as AML and ALL, we see the largest increase thanks to a sum of many different improvements. But across the board, there are still too many children with an extremely poor prognosis: the most difficult-to-treat tumors remain. That is why it is so important to continue to join forces of healthcare professionals and researchers within the Netherlands, within Europe and worldwide. Only together can we achieve the breakthroughs needed to cure all children with cancer, with optimal quality of life.’
Following the new figures, pediatric oncologist dr. Wouter Kollen and pediatric neurosurgeon prof. dr. Eelco Hoving gave an interview to the AD newspaper. Among other things, they talked about the strides being made with immunotherapy for treatment of leukemia, how new technology lets doctors operate better, and approaches to permanently improve the quality of life of children and survivors.
IKNL’s full press release can be found here. The AD interview is here.
WorkWalk: Erik Scherder visits the Utrecht Science Park
On Wednesday, September 4th, exercise professor Erik Scherder, along with representatives from the Municipality of Utrecht, HU Utrecht University of Applied Sciences Utrecht, Utrecht University, and the Utrecht Science Park Foundation, literally took a step towards more exercise. Together, they participated in a WorkWalk in the green surroundings of Utrecht Science Park. The walk was held in the lead-up to Vitality Week at the end of September and is part of a broader movement to better combine work and vitality.
Much achieved in 10 years of coordination construction activities at Utrecht Science Park: “RAP meeting” celebrates its anniversary
Over the past ten years, the RAP meeting has built a reputation as the central hub for convening and reviewing the construction activities at Utrecht Science Park, including aspects such as accessibility, safety, and livability. Much has been achieved during this period, demonstrating the value of consultation between all parties in ensuring the smooth running of all construction activities.
2025 Student Awards for Bas Kraan, ‘Rowing Blind’ and Pepijn de Koning during the Start of the Academic Year
During the Start of the Academic Year, Vice President Margot van der Starre presented the student awards.
Experience Utrecht Science Week, register now
From Friday, September 26th to Sunday, October 5th, Utrecht Science Week takes place. Utrecht Science Park will open its doors to everyone interested in (applied) science. Visitors will have a unique opportunity to discover groundbreaking science and world-class innovation. Registration is free.